All off road trails are shared by bikers, hikers and equestrians. Sections of some trails follow paved intra park roads.

Skill Level

Easy to moderate depending on skill and weather. Few rocks or steep hills make these trails a pleasant day hike.

Suitable For Families?

Yes, taking into account the ages and experience of the children.

Hazards/Restrictions

The ruts that can occur on dirt roads and trails.

Potable Water

Potable water is available at pavillions, camping area and the restrooms.

Natural Features

Cedarville State Forest is home to several unique features in nature. The Cedarville Bog is considered the headwaters of the largest freshwater bog in Maryland, the Zekiah Swamp. This bog supports a wide variety of plants including several unique only to Cedarville Bog. Two of the more unique species are the carnivorous plants, the roundleaf sundew and the northern pitcher plant. Cedarville State Forest is also home to over 50 species of trees and has become a haven for wildlife and birds.

Historic/Cultural Features

The state began purchasing the land that would one day become Cedarville State Forest during the 1930's. It wasn't until Franklin Roosevelt's CCC efforts to develop this land did the beginnings of the forest see fruition. The 1950's saw a new activity on these lands: the production of charcoal. Up to 3,600 pounds of charcoal was produced each week. This charcoal was then in turn used to heat many other state park buildings throughout Maryland. One of these charcoal kilns is still standing and may be seen on the Heritage Trail.

Rentals

None

Camping

Camping is available at Cedarville State Forest. For reservations call 1-888-432-2267.

Other Points of Interest

The pond is stocked with bluegill, catfish, sunfish and bass. It is open for bank fishing only (Maryland non-tidal license required). Other activities available include: fishing, picnicking, pavilions, hunting, hiking, horseback riding.

Other Accommodations

There are several hotels/motels in Waldorf.

Fees or Permits

A $3/vehicle service charges is payable by the honor system.

Description

These trails, forest roads and wooded paths wander through Prince George's and Charles counties' quiet forests. Each trail has its own flavor. The orange trail wanders through damp and marshy areas lined with holly, magnolia and assorted marsh plants and flowers. The blue trail is hilly with several streams and springs. The brown trail is pretty level and dry. It circles through a pine plantation and around the 4-acre stocked fishing pond. The green trail starts by the 4-acre pond and then loops through the forest and headwaters of the Zekiah Swamp.